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Humanist, non religious ceremonies in the Costa Blanca, Spain creating the important milestones of life& leaving enduring memories.... Your Celebrant for the Alicante and Valencia areas.

WEDDINGS

A Humanist non religious wedding symbolises the love shared and the commitment of two people to each other in front of family & friends, as in any other wedding. Often this is because the couple do not share the same faith and it provides a solution, although this does not necessarily mean that either of them are non religious.

Many couples feel pressurised into a conventional wedding that they do not believe in by families, so this alternative can be the answer.

All the ceremonies by your Celebrant in Spain are personalised especially for you, to reflect your own values and requirements. They can be designed to include your own words, and with family or friends doing readings and poems. Music is another important part of many events, and assistance can be given to find what is best for your needs. They can be as elaborate or as simple you would like for a few to hundreds of guests and can be held in the location of your choice- an outdoor or indoor venue - as long as the necessary permission is obtained.

More Details about HumanistWEDDINGS in the 'Weddings' page.

As well as being the most experienced Wedding & Event planner in the Costa Blanca, Spain, Susan has conducted or assisted ceremonies at events on various occasions - her first one being in Benidorm in 2005. She is a experienced Officiator and a European Registered Humanist Celebrant, and has often written personalised non- religious ceremonies for other officiants in Spain.

Susan is a trained Public Speaker and has lived Spain for many years.

She qualified in Community Relations in the UK, which involved the study of many different types of cultures, people & religions - such as Buddhism & Judaism. The course also included visits to Hindu & Sikh temples and other religious venues. This has helped her gain an understanding of many types of beliefs and attitudes to life and death.

Everything you require may be arranged by email and phone if it is not possible to meet Susan or travel to Spain prior to your event, or an initial meeting may be held if you can visit or live here.

After obtaining the relevant information the Humanist ceremony is then prepared, designed, and written, and the presentation is on the day.

If you would like another person in your group to officiate the service, then assistance can be given to write the content for you.

Other Ceremonies offered:

FUNERALS

A Humanist Funeral in Spain is becoming increasingly common. It is very suitable for those loved ones who did not have religious views on life or death.

It is a celebration of their life and enables the 'goodbyes' to be said - which helps start the grieving process. Relatives can express feelings and share memories.

MEMORIAL SERVICES

These are services that are tributes to the person's life, honouring their memory, often taking place some time after the Funeral.

PET FUNERALSLosing a well-loved Pet which has become a friend and family member can be a distressing and often heartbreaking experience for adults and children alike. Deciding how best to remember your pet is an important decision not to be taken lightly. A Humanist Service enables you to say your farewells and acknowledges your relationship with your Pet.

More details on non religious Funerals & Pet Funerals in Spain see the page.

BABY NAMING

A growing number of parents wish to announce the birth if their child but do not want a church or religious event. This non religious Ceremony can be a delightful alternative to a Christening or Baptism.It is a formal but joyful way of introducing a new baby into your family & social circle & announce parents' commitment to nurture the child into adulthood.

It may be adapted for children of any age, whether newborn, a stepchild, or an adopted child. It usually includes the appointment of mentors or guardians. Unity candle lighting often takes place & you can choose poetry or a favourite piece of writing with music. The ceremony does not prevent the child committing to any future religious beliefs. Single parents families are, of course, included.

COSTS The fee depends on the date and time, travel to the venue, and what is requested. Small groups, Winter Weddings or various other Services and Special circumstances may qualify for discount. Please free to discuss this as the aim is to be as flexible as possible so that more clients are able to receive the services we offer.

Modern versions of what is a Humanist

What Humanists believe in:

Thinking for ourselves

Using evidence, experience and our reason to understand the world

Living this one life well, working out meaning and purpose in life for
ourselves

Making ourselves and others as happy as possible

Reducing unhappiness as far as possible

Promoting human rights and freedoms

Living cooperatively with people of other beliefs

What Humanists oppose:

The idea that you cannot have a meaningful life without belief in god(s)

The idea that morality derives from religion or god(s)

Doctrines of belief (religious or not) and indoctrination into them

Privileges or special laws for religions or religious people

Discrimination, human rights violations, and oppression

What Humanists do not believe in:

A god or gods: supernatural beings intervening in the world and taking
an interest in human affairs

An immortal soul and a ‘life’ after death (in heaven, hell or in a
reincarnated form)

A divine ‘plan’ or ultimate purpose to the universe.

No Humanists think that religious doctrines are likely to be true, but
most uphold and respect the right to believe whatever one likes; as long as it
does not infringe the rights and beliefs of others and one does not expect
everyone else to agree with one.

WHERE CEREMONIES MAY BE HELD

Humanist ceremonies may take place anywhere in the Valencia & Alicante areas of the Costa Blanca, Spain but travel to other areas of Spain may be considered on an individual basis.

Included for all types of non religious services are the Towns of Moraira, Javea, Denia, Oliva, Gandia, Calpe, Altea, Alicante, Valencia, Torrevieja, Villajoyosa, & many more.